Event Security - The Ohio State University

BEST Crowd Management; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Weekly pay

Job summary

BEST Crowd Management in Columbus, OH is hiring Event Security staff to support Ohio State games and major Columbus events. This part-time role offers a flexible schedule and the chance to work high-energy venues.

You’ll be a visible, professional presence, assisting with entry points and guest safety while coordinating with event staff as part of a team. No prior security experience required; training provided.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• Able to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Willing to obtain a security license if required.
• No prior security experience required.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work evenings, weekends, and game days.

Responsibilities

• Be a visible, professional presence at high-energy events.
• Help manage entry points (ticket scanning, bag checks, guest screening).
• Keep guests safe by staying alert and aware of surroundings.
• Respond to medical issues or crowd concerns.
• Work alongside event staff and law enforcement as part of a team.
• Assist guests with directions, questions, and overall experience.
• Report and document incidents clearly.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Reliable and professional

Team-oriented

Stand for long periods

Job description

Job Title: Event Security - The Ohio State University

Company: BEST Crowd Management

Location: Columbus, OH

Pay: $15.50 / hr

Job Type: Part-time

Get Paid to Work Ohio State Games & Major Columbus Events

Looking for a job that’s actually fun, flexible, and puts you in the middle of the action?

Join BEST Crowd Management and work some of the biggest events in Columbus—from Ohio State game days to concerts and large-scale venues. This is not your typical job—you’ll be part of the energy, not stuck on the sidelines.

Perfect for students, anyone needing extra income, or those who want flexible work without being tied to a fixed schedule.

Why People Love This Job

• Work Ohio State football games, concerts, and major events
• Flexible scheduling - you choose when you work
• Great for second income or part-time work
• Stay active-no desk, no routine shifts
• Easy entry-no prior security experience required
• Opportunities to grow into supervisor or leadership roles

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be a visible, professional presence at high-energy events
• Help manage entry points (ticket scanning, bag checks, guest screening)
• Keep guests safe by staying alert and aware of your surroundings
• Respond to situations like medical issues or crowd concerns
• Work alongside event staff and law enforcement as part of a team
• Assist guests with directions, questions, and overall experience
• Report and document any incidents clearly

What We’re Looking For

• 18+ years old
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
• Comfortable being on your feet for extended periods
• Strong communication skills
• Available for evenings, weekends, and game days
• Able to pass a background check and drug screening
• Willing to obtain a security license if required

What You’ll Get

• $15.50/hour starting pay
• Daily Pay & Weekly Pay options
• Flexible, self-scheduled shifts
• Paid training
• Growth opportunities within the company
• A fast-paced, supportive team environment

EEOC Statement: It is the policy of BEST, A GardaWorld Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, BEST, A GardaWorld Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of BEST, A GardaWorld Company not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

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